Hardcore Norfolk: A Story of Rock ‘n’ Roll Survival (2011)

• 80%
• 2011
• Debra Parsons
• Andrea Rizzo
• Paul Unger

A documentary about the rock n' roll music scene in Norfolk, Virginia from the late 1950s up to the early 2000s. What is it about the music scene in Norfolk, Virginia, that keeps it alive? Even though it's located off the beaten path in a transient naval town, Norfolk and its surrounding cities have been a big player in the underground rock 'n' roll scene since the mid-50's. This documentary uncovers the story of it's "hardcore" music fans that won't let it die—those that create fanzines, record labels and generally support the music—along with local musicians over time, including Gary U.S. Bonds, Gene Vincent, Front Line, The M-80's, Buttsteak and The Candy Snatchers. Features never-seen-before-footage and local original music from a variety of genres.